May 29, 2009 DOD officials promote 'World No Tobacco Day' For the first time, the Department of Defense is endorsing the observance of World No Tobacco Day by encouraging servicemembers to participate. The effort is part of DOD's multiyear tobacco cessation campaign, Quit Tobacco--Make Everyone Proud. "On Memorial Day, when we reflect on the sacrifices our
May 29, 2009 COMACC announces retirement The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. William M. Fraser III, to succeed Gen. John D.W. Corley as commander of Air Combat Command. General Corley assumed command of ACC in October 2007. As commander of the Air Force's largest major command with the nation at
May 26, 2009 Memorial Day ceremony honors servicemembers past, present The sun shines bright as a slight breeze blows. Small American flags line the cemetery's numerous head stones. Old Glory flies at half-staff. Members of Team Offutt come together to honor those who served before them. Today is about remembrance. Offutt honored servicemembers past and present during
May 20, 2009 Two USSTRATCOM runners finish the Boston Marathon Two U.S. Strategic Command marathoners participated in the Boston Marathon on April 20, along with 22,898 runners in the 113th annual event, which is the oldest consecutive sporting event in the country. Cdr Douglas (Shoe) Walker, Nuclear Current Operations Chief, and Ms. Ramona Lucas, Foreign
May 20, 2009 Wing celebrates safety day, beginning of 101 critical days The 55th Wing's annual Safety Day officially kicks off the 101 Critical Days of Summer Safety Campaign here May 21. The day will include Wing Commander's calls, DUI briefings, a safety fair and various other activities with representatives from local law enforcement agencies and local
May 19, 2009 Offutt agencies extend customer service hours to reduce energy costs What would you be willing to do to help conserve energy and reduce energy costs? Would you take shorter showers? Unplug every appliance in your home that's not in use? Maybe ride your bike to work? Would you be willing to work extended hours and shut down your entire work center 24 days a year? In
May 18, 2009 National Law Enforcement Week honors service, enhances community relations McGruff greets customers as they enter the Base Exchange. Children smile as their faces are painted. Semi-automatic rifles, machine guns and even a grenade launcher lay on a table. Several people look at the weapons in wonder. One man excitedly picks up a rifle and points it toward the sky. Members
May 15, 2009 Local community leader selected to attend National Security Forum Megan A. Lucas, president and chief executive officer of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce has received and accepted a personal invitation from the Secretary of the Air Force to attend the 56th Annual National Security Forum at the Air War College, Maxwell AFB, Ala. The purpose of NSF is to expose
May 15, 2009 New club members get 3 month free membership RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas - All eligible personnel who join any Air Force club between June 15 and Aug. 15 will automatically receive three months of free dues as part of the Air Force's 2009 club membership campaign. New members will also receive the benefits of a free cash back rewards
May 13, 2009 Offutt youth honored with Congressional Awards Nineteen local students were honored for their achievements with Congressional Awards during a ceremony May 8 at the Bellevue Public Schools Welcome Center. Congressman Lee Terry, Bellevue Public Schools Assistant Superintendent Jeff Rippe and 55th Wing Commander Col. John N.T. Shanahan all praised